Postdoctoral Researcher in Machine Learning for Multimodal Data Processing

Are you passionate about advancing maritime boundary surveillance through groundbreaking research? Southampton Solent University has an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our vibrant research team as part of the Horizon Europe project, SEAGUARD (Sea Environmental Awareness and Guard Enhanced with Unmanned AI Robotic Detection).

About SEAGUARD: Funded by Horizon Europe, SEAGUARD aims to strengthen cross-border maritime surveillance, enhancing border security and management across Europe. The project focuses on the design, development, and deployment of a cutting-edge surveillance system that integrates advanced sensing technologies with AI, big data, and high-performance computing. With a budget of 5 million euros and in partnership with 14 organizations across Europe, SEAGUARD will employ unmanned vehicles (UAVs, surface, and underwater), fixed buoys, and smart submarine cables to detect and prevent illegal activities, including border crossings, smuggling, illegal fishing, and terrorism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct innovative research toward the SEAGUARD project goals, exploring the latest in AI and high-performance computing.
• Plan, organize, and execute research activities while presenting key findings.
• Collaborate with our team in the maritime simulation and computer science labs, as well as with project partners across Europe.

What We Offer:

• A 22-month full-time role, based in the RM Building at our dynamic Southampton campus.
• A generous annual leave allowance.
• An opportunity to make a real impact in the field of maritime surveillance.

Who We’re Looking For:

• A PhD in Artificial Intelligence, robotics, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Candidates with an MSc or PhD candidates near completion with significant research experience and a strong publication record will also be considered for the role of Research Fellow.

Interested? For informal inquiries, please contact Zakirul Bhuiyan, Associate Professor, at zakirul.bhuiyan@solent.ac.uk.

If you’re ready to contribute to a cutting-edge project with real-world impact, apply now and be part of an innovative team dedicated to securing maritime boundaries across Europe.

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